Torimba Festival Queen Entrants
The Torimba Festival Queen Entrant & Community Ambassador Program is one of Ravenshoe’s most treasured traditions and offers young women the opportunity to develop confidence, leadership skills and lifelong connections while proudly representing their community.
More than a competition, the program encourages entrants to become active Community Ambassadors by participating in festival events, supporting fundraising initiatives, connecting with local businesses and celebrating the people and traditions that make Ravenshoe unique.
Throughout the program, entrants build valuable communication skills, form lasting friendships and gain a deeper appreciation for their local community while creating memories that will last a lifetime.
Festival Highlights
Queen Entrants participate in a range of events throughout the festival, including:
- Queen Entrant Meet & Greet
- Festival Opening & Queen Entrant Cake Stall
- Festival of the Forest
- Torimba Mardi Gras & Fireworks
- Torimba Ball Rehearsal
- Queen Judging
- Torimba Ball & Crowning Ceremony
Whether you’re looking to challenge yourself, meet new people or become more involved in your community, the Queen Entrant Program is an unforgettable experience and a wonderful way to be part of the Torimba Festival.
For more information or to discuss becoming a 2026 Queen Entrant, please contact admin@torimbafestival.com.au
Eligible Entrants
Entrants must be 17 years or more by the end of the current year to enter and live, work or attend school in Ravenshoe & District (4888, 4872).
Nominations
6Nomination for Queen Entrants closes on Friday, 28th August 2025. Return form to Paige Dalgety or admin@torimbafestival.com.au
Queen Entrant Responsibilities
What’s Involved
Becoming a Torimba Festival Queen Entrant is a rewarding experience that combines community involvement, personal development and plenty of fun along the way.
Throughout the program, you’ll represent your sponsor, support local events, participate in fundraising activities and become an ambassador for the Torimba Festival and the Ravenshoe community.
Eligibility
To nominate, you must:
- Be between 17 and 24 years of age.
- Live, work or attend school within Ravenshoe and District.
- Submit your nomination before the advertised closing date.
- Be available to attend all mandatory program events.
Your Commitment
As a Queen Entrant, you’ll be asked to:
- Attend all mandatory Queen Entrant events and as many other festival events as possible.
- Participate in fundraising activities throughout the festival period.
- Sell a minimum of one book of raffle tickets.
- Support the Queen Entrant Cake Stall and other official fundraising initiatives.
- Assist with festival activities during Mardi Gras, including helping at committee-run activities where required.
- Represent your sponsor, the festival and the Ravenshoe community in a positive and respectful manner throughout the program.
The judging process takes place across the entire festival period, meaning your enthusiasm, community involvement and commitment are all part of the overall experience.
Fundraising
Fundraising plays an important role in supporting the Torimba Festival and helping ensure this long-standing community tradition continues for future generations.
Each Queen Entrant is required to sell a minimum of one book of raffle tickets.
Entrants who go above and beyond the minimum fundraising requirement will be eligible for the Charity Queen Award, recognising outstanding fundraising efforts.
To ensure fairness for all entrants, raffle tickets and other official fundraising activities must not commence until after the Queen Entrant Meet & Greet.
Working With Your Sponsor
Each Queen Entrant is proudly supported by a local business or community sponsor.
Sponsors are encouraged to:
- Pay the Queen Entrant nomination fee.
- Attend the Queen Entrant Meet & Greet.
- Support their entrant throughout the festival.
- Assist with Mardi Gras float arrangements.
- Assist with Ball-related expenses where agreed between the sponsor and entrant.
The level of support provided is an agreement between the Queen Entrant and their sponsor, and we encourage open communication to ensure expectations are clear from the beginning.
Representing Your Community
The Torimba Queen Entrant & Community Ambassador Program is about much more than being crowned Queen.
It is about becoming a confident leader, supporting your community and helping continue a festival that has brought Ravenshoe together for more than 100 years.
Whether you’re crowned Queen or not, every entrant plays an important role in making the Torimba Festival a success.
Sponsors Responsibilities
What’s Involved
The success of the Torimba Festival Queen Entrant & Community Ambassador Program is made possible through the generosity of our local businesses and community organisations.
By sponsoring a Queen Entrant, you’re not simply supporting an individual — you’re investing in the confidence, leadership and personal development of a young woman in our community while helping preserve one of Ravenshoe’s most treasured traditions.
Sponsors become valued Community Partners, playing an important role in creating an unforgettable experience for their entrant while strengthening the connection between local businesses and the Torimba Festival.
Sponsor Commitment
Sponsors are asked to:
- Pay the $50 Queen Entrant nomination fee, which contributes towards the entrant’s sash and administration of the program.
- Attend the Queen Entrant Meet & Greet, where sponsors will officially present their entrant with their sash.
- Encourage and support their Queen Entrant throughout the festival period.
- Assist with the organisation of the entrant’s Mardi Gras float, including transport and decorations where appropriate.
- Support their entrant with Ball preparations where agreed between the sponsor and entrant.
- Celebrate and promote their entrant as they represent both your business and the Ravenshoe community throughout the festival.
Working Together
Every sponsorship is unique.
The level of financial or practical support provided is an agreement between the sponsor and the Queen Entrant. We encourage both parties to discuss expectations early so everyone has a clear understanding of how they will work together throughout the program.
While financial support is appreciated, some of the most valuable sponsorship comes through encouragement, mentorship and helping entrants make the most of this wonderful community experience.
Why Sponsor a Queen Entrant?
Sponsoring a Queen Entrant is an opportunity to:
- Support the personal growth and leadership development of a young woman in our community.
- Increase your business’s visibility throughout the Torimba Festival.
- Demonstrate your commitment to the Ravenshoe community.
- Be part of one of Queensland’s longest-running and most cherished community festivals.
- Build lasting relationships while helping continue an important local tradition.
Interested in Becoming a Sponsor?
We’re always looking for local businesses, organisations and community members who are passionate about supporting the next generation of Community Ambassadors.
If you’re interested in sponsoring a Queen Entrant or would like to learn more about the program, we’d love to hear from you.
Email: admin@torimbafestival.com.au
Together, we can continue building a festival our community is proud of.
